A tragic accident on the evening of Sunday, June 8, 2025, has left five people dead and six others injured in Nakasongola District. The fatal crash occurred at around 8:30 PM in Kyalweza Village, Wabinyonyi Sub-county, along the busy Kampala-Gulu highway.
According to a press statement released by ASP Twiineamazima, the Public Relations Officer for the Savannah region, the collision involved two vehicles: a white Toyota Hiace with registration number UA 415AV and a white Nissan Diesel truck, registration number UBL 615T. Both drivers are currently unidentified.
Police reports suggest that the Toyota Hiace, which was coming from the Kampala side, was moving at an extremely high speed when it suddenly veered off its lane. It then collided head-on with the Nissan, which was coming from the Gulu direction. The impact of the collision was so severe that five people died instantly at the scene.
The six injured victims were quickly rushed to Nakasongola Health Centre IV and Kiryandongo Hospital for emergency treatment. Meanwhile, the bodies of the deceased were taken to Nakasongola Health Centre IV for postmortem examinations.
Police responded immediately after being notified. The scene of the accident was examined, and a case of fatal accident was registered. Statements have been recorded from eyewitnesses as part of the ongoing investigation. Both vehicles involved in the crash were towed to Katuugo Park Yard, pending inspection by the Inspector of Vehicles (IOV).
ASP Twiineamazima confirmed that inquiries are still ongoing to determine the full cause of the accident and to identify the drivers involved.
This latest tragedy serves as a grim reminder of the dangers of speeding and reckless driving, especially on major highways. The authorities are urging all drivers to observe road safety rules and drive responsibly to avoid such heartbreaking incidents.
Our thoughts are with the families and friends of the victims during this difficult time.
